Historical and cultural reserve Park and Peterhof: the description of the main attractions and the price

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State Museum-reserve Peterhof, located near St. Petersburg, known to the whole world. This is a true masterpiece and a great achievement of Russian architecture. On the vast territory there are several elegant palaces, fountains and water cascades, landscaped parks. The Palace gardens of Peterhof is popular with tourists from around the world. Often guests come to Russia from other countries only in order to see this miracle with my own eyes.

History of the architectural-Park complex

The First mention of the phenomena in historical sources date back to 1705. At that time it was just a pier where you get on the island, Colin and “yard limit". In 1712 by order of Peter the great starts the construction of a grandiose summer residence, the Grand Palace was laid in 1714. Peterhof was chosen as the location to create the unique complex is not accidental. Peter wanted to possess a residence more beautiful than Versailles. The landscape in this area has allowed us to construct a system of water cascades and fountains that can work season round the clock. The Palace gardens of Peterhof was built and rebuilt from the XVIII to the XX century, and each successive Emperor added something of their own. After the events of 1917, the complex of parks, gardens and palaces were opened to the people as a Museum. In large measure, the reserve was damaged during the great Patriotic war, but after that it has been carefully restored and opened its doors to visitors again.

Park of Peterhof

Peterhof Palace

Experienced travelers say that even for a whole day it is impossible to explore the whole territory and expositions Palace and Park ensemble. The Central and most interesting feature of the reserve is the Grand Palace. In it lived the members of the Royal family, and arranged elegant techniques for several centuries. Several times the Grand Palace is partially changed its appearance, and today in his interior it is possible to track different periods of history. Park, Peterhof, as it is known, was founded by Peter the great. Preserved it to our days and favorite Palace of the great Emperor – Monplaisir (literally translated from French – “my pleasure”). Often the Emperor stayed here (in the current exhibition you can see many personal belongings of Peter the great). During a walk in the Peterhof tourists can also explore Catherine's body, built for receptions and balls, during the reign of Elizabeth, and the Marly Palace, built for the accommodation of noble guests.

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Lower Park of Peterhof

The Lower Park and the Upper garden

It is believed that world-famous reserve Peterhof bought it due to its Lower Park. It was originally decorated in a fashionable French style (regular). During the time of Peter I there appeared the smooth geometric paths, beautiful pavilions, precisely trimmed trees and shrubs. The Park has many sculptures and fountains. From the Grand Palace to the Gulf stretches straight line sea channel that divides the green zone into two equal parts. The lower Park of Peterhof with its famous fountains. The cascade of “Chessboard”, “Sun”, “Hothouse fountain" cascade "Golden mountain" and some others. The upper garden to the second half of the eighteenth century was used for commercial purposes. And only at a later time, there are sculptures and fountains.

Peterhof Park prices

The Cascades and fountains of the Upper garden

The First fountain in the Upper garden appeared in 1734. Initially, in the center stood a huge oak tree, made of lead. Hence the name – “Oaken”. Today a round pool decorated with a fountain with a sculpture of Cupid, is unmasked. Incredibly impressive “Neptune” - a fountain, built in 1736. It was originally decorated with sculpture "Cart Neptunia”, but at the end of the 18th century, it was replaced with a similar composition. Also in the Upper garden you can see fountains Square ponds and “Mezeumny”.

Peterhof (Park): ticket prices and information for tourists

How much is it to tour this unique Museum-reserve? For the convenience of tourists is offered separately to purchase tickets for inspection of the Upper garden/the Grand Palace & Lower Park. The first tour will cost 400 rubles for citizens of Russia and 550 rubles for guests from other countries. How much is the entrance to the Lower Peterhof (Park)? The cost of visiting for foreign tourists – 500 rubles for citizens of Russia – 300 rubles on weekdays and 400 rubles – weekend.

Peterhof Park value

There are discounts for children, students, pensioners and other categories of beneficiaries. To purchase the entrance ticket at a reduced price, you should present documents confirming the right to receive discounts.

Note: the fountains are open from 9 may until the end of September, their opening and closing is celebrated in a festive atmosphere. Peterhof Park is open daily until 19:00. On weekdays, the fountains turn off at 17:00 and on weekends - when you close the site for visitors.


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